451721Export trading of construction materials, hardware and plumbing equipment and supplies
建材、五金、水管設備及其配備出口貿易
Why 6 digits?
HSIC subclasses are 6 digits. The first four match the international ISIC class; Hong Kong adds a two-digit local suffix for finer detail, especially across its import and export trade, so a code steps from a 4-digit class straight to a 6-digit subclass. More on the HSIC structure.
This activity involves the export trading of various construction materials and supplies, including items such as aluminium bars, cement, tiles, and plumbing equipment. It encompasses the international sale and distribution of hardware and sanitary fittings used in construction and renovation projects.
This classification includes
- aluminium bars and rods, export trading
- bathtub, export trading
- cement, export trading
- cistern, export trading
- closestool, export trading
- heat-insulating board, export trading
- marble stone, export trading
- metal curtain rails, export trading
- sanitary fittings, export trading
- structural steel bars and rods, export trading
- tiles, export trading
- wallpaper, export trading
- wash basin, export trading
- water pipes, export trading
Licences and approvals
What this activity needs to operate
No sector-specific licence applies to this activity. It can be set up as a standard Hong Kong company without extra regulatory approvals. Premises-based or product-based permits can still apply case by case; Emerhub confirms the exact position during scoping.
Offshore profits claim feasibility
MediumWhile export trading can be conducted offshore, the nature of construction materials often requires physical presence in Hong Kong for logistics and compliance. Contracts are typically negotiated with local suppliers and customers, which ties the activity to Hong Kong.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
EXPORT TRADING OF CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
53/60 characters
Chinese 中文
建材及其配備出口貿易
10/30 characters
Standard compliance
Compliance every Hong Kong company shares
Beyond anything specific to this activity, every Hong Kong company handles two-tiered profits tax, the annual return (Form NAR1) within 42 days of its incorporation anniversary, audited accounts, MPF enrolment for staff, and a company secretary. Emerhub runs all of it on your behalf.
See the full Hong Kong compliance calendarFrequently asked questions
Do I need a special license?
No specific license is required for export trading of construction materials, but general business registration is necessary.
What are the tax implications?
Profits from export trading may be subject to Hong Kong profits tax unless qualifying for offshore treatment.
Can I operate this business remotely?
Yes, but you must ensure compliance with local regulations and maintain proper documentation for offshore trading.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a export trading of construction materials, hardware and plumbing equipment and supplies business in Hong Kong?
Emerhub incorporates your company, registers the business nature above with the IRD, files every licence application, and runs your company secretary and compliance calendar. You provide the documents; Emerhub handles every government interaction.
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